Airport Comparison
| DIR | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | DIR | RUH |
| ICAO Code | HADR | OERK |
| City | Dire Dawa | Riyadh |
| Country | Ethiopia | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 3,827 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.620000, 41.850000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Dire Dawa (DIR) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 1,781 kilometers (1,107 miles / 962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:29 in Dire Dawa, it's 11:29 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,778 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Dire Dawa (DIR) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.